Man sexually abused children for 15 years, police say

Officials fear more possible victims

Officials in Brevard County are investigating several reports of sexual abuse on a child by a 48-year-old man.

Leon Booker III is accused of sexual battery on multiple children that has occurred over the last 15 years.

Titusville Police said it received a claim against Booker Sept. 21. He was arrested and charged with sexual battery of a child under 12 years old.

During that investigation, reports about multiple victims throughout the county came to light. Investigators said at this point there are eight possible victims.

Authorities said Booker made contact with the children through relatives and neighbors. All of the victims are girls between the ages of 8 and 11 years old.

Police said many of the victims have been identified but fear there could be more. Anyone with information on any unidentified victims are asked to contact the Titusville Police Department at 321-264-7800.